About this event
Start the countdown to Christmas in Middleton town centre as we throw a party and light up the town for 2025.
This event has finished for 2025. We'll update this page when we have details of the next event.
- Times:
- 2pm–6.15pm: performances
- 6.30pm: Christmas lights switch-on followed by a short fireworks display
- Who is this event suitable for? For everyone.
- Booking required: No, you can just turn up.
- Directions: Get directions to this event from Google Maps
- Parking: View council car parks in Middleton town centre
- Contact: middleton.township@rochdale.gov.uk
- Event organiser: Rochdale Development Agency
Hosted by Michelle Eagleton from Happy Radio UK, including live performances from local groups, amazing interactive street theatre that children will love, plus the mayor and special guests including Father Christmas.
Attractions and performances
- Exciting street theatre from Jacks of Frost and Christmas Elves
- Fairground rides
- Crafts with The Art House
- Face painting
- Middleton Brass Band
- Performances on stage from:
- Pave Dance
- Tracing Steps
- Footlights Theatre
- The Bookuleles – ukulele group from Langley Library
- Flex Dance
- McGowanettes Morris Dancers
- Middleton Popstars
- CH Dance
Disclaimer
Events and activities are not organised by Rochdale Borough Council unless stated otherwise. Neither is Rochdale Borough Council responsible for the accuracy of the information provided. If you are under 18, ask your parent/guardian before taking part in any event or activity.